Many gardeners plant extra vegetables with the intention of sharing their harvest: There are a number of things you can do with overabundant vegetables. Plant extra vegetables in your garden, and donate the surplus produce to a food bank: Organize a neighborhood garden club to grow and donate: Make veggie-filled goodie bags, and hand 1 them out to friends and family: Can whole or chopped veggies, or freeze many items even tomatoes with very minimal preparation: Other food preservation options include quick pickling; fermenting and dehydrating: Deliver a box to your local fire department
Allyson Good curates senior living, health, and family content. She is formerly the Managing Editor of Active Life, a print newspaper published in 2016-2017 for seniors, choosing practical articles on health, money, safety, and everyday living for older readers. She is also an avid gardener and offers up Garden Hints and Tips on a regular basis.